Local Headlines from Wednesday, October 21st, 2026

A much-loved family event may make a return next year as Walsall Council explores the feasibility of bringing back Walsall Illuminations.

A medical emergency at the William Archer in Wednesbury has inspired the pub to launch a community fundraising campaign to install a potentially life-saving defibrillator.

Historic Birmingham community pub and venue 'Anchor, Digbeth' is marking one year on from being saved from closure with a special week of events.

Halesowen Town first-team manager, Russ Penn has left his position at the club.

A former Stourbridge MP has launched the 2026 Stourbridge Poppy Appeal, aiming to build on last year’s £37,000 total.